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10 Santa Monica Restaurants
Rustic Canyon
Offers a seasonal menu with farm-to-table Californian cuisine in a relaxed, rustic setting.
Elephante
Known for its coastal Italian cuisine and rooftop views of the Pacific ocean.
Tu Madre
Known for its authentic Mexican street food, especially tacos and burritos.
R+D Kitchen
A modern American bistro serving classic dishes in a casual yet upscale setting.
Calabra
Located at the Santa Monica Proper Hotel, Calabra offers Mediterranean-inspired cuisine and scenic views.
Citrin and Melisse
Citrin is a Michelin-starred modern Californian cuisine restaurant by Chef Josiah Citrin.
Cassia
A popular spot offering a fusion of French-Vietnamese cuisine in a stylish, industrial-chic setting.
Shirube
A Japanese restaurant offering traditional and contemporary dishes, including sushi and izakaya-style dining.
Forma
Forma is a stylish and contemporary restaurant located in the heart of Santa Monica, California. The restaurant offers a modern twist on traditional Italian dishes, with a focus on fresh, high-quality ingredients. One of the highlights of dining at Forma is their "formaggio" or cheese presentation, where guests can watch as servers toss hot pasta in wheels of cheese, creating a creamy and indulgent dish right at the table.
Michael's of Santa Monica
One of Santa Monica's iconic restaurants founded in 1979 offering New American cuisine in an elegant, art-filled space.
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